Preparation:Chop all vegetable ingredients in food processor and add to 4 cups of water or Vegetable stock in a soup pot. Lightly simmer until vegetables are just softened-about 8-10 minutes-then out contents into a blender and thoroughly puree until thick, creamy texture is achieved. Add salt and seasonings. Serve warm. Optional seasoning suggestions include ½ tsp. Cumin, ½ tsp. Dill, ½ tsp. Herbs de provence, and a quirt or two of Braggs.